California Governor Gavin Newsom is reigniting a contentious political battle over who should bear the financial burden for damages caused by utility-ignited wildfires. As he pushes for changes to wildfire liability, the plan faces significant opposition from wildfire survivors protesting outside his mansion and local supervisors rejecting potential bailouts for utilities. Lawmakers are also preparing a counter proposal, reflecting a divided stance on accountability that impacts insurance costs and utility pricing. With a tense deadline approaching, the heightened stakes of this debate underscore the ongoing struggle for wildfire recovery in California.